Punta Villueira Lighthouse
4RF4+7V Camariñas, Spain
Name and Location
The Punta Villueira Lighthouse is located in Camariñas, A Coruña, Spain, situated on the Galician coast.
Construction and History
The Punta Villueira Lighthouse was constructed during an unknown era, with its exact date of construction unavailable. The lighthouse is believed to be a traditional Galician-style structure built using local materials such as stone and brick.
Architecture and Materials
The architectural style and architect of the lighthouse are unknown. However, it is likely that the lighthouse was designed in a traditional Galician style, incorporating local building materials like stone and brick.
Light and Navigation
The Punta Villueira Lighthouse emits a white light characterized as Fl (3) W.15s, which means it displays three flashes every 15 seconds. The exact height of the lighthouse's focal point above sea level is unavailable.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can access the Punta Villueira Lighthouse site, which offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding coastline. The nearest major city, A Coruña, is located approximately an unknown distance away from the lighthouse.
Notable Views and Landscape
The area around the lighthouse features a scenic coastal promontory surrounded by rugged cliffs and rocky shores. This natural landscape is known for its rich marine life and beauty.
Anecdotes and Folklore
Unfortunately, no notable stories or folklore are available about this lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
As of this writing, the lighthouse is no longer an active aid to navigation. Its automation status is unavailable, but it was likely operated manually in the past. The exact height of the lighthouse is also unknown.
Further Information
- US NGA Pub. 113 (2011-10-20)
Details
Name | Punta Villueira Lighthouse |
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City | Camariñas |
Country | Spain |
Coordinates | 43.1232119, -9.1928111 |
Historic significance | Galician landmark |
Construction material | stone, brick |
Heritage status | true |
Access description | by car, boat, footpath |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | rocky coast, dunes |
View description | stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding coastline |
Nearby attractions | beautiful beaches, historic church, lively seafood market |
Light characteristic | Fl (3) W.15s |